Novi Public Library Hiring for Librarian – Sunday at Novi, MI Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Novi Public Library is a vibrant, fast-paced class six library located within Oakland County. The Library was awarded the “Community Builder Award” in 2021 from the Novi Chamber of Commerce for its innovative approach to reaching its community by introducing the first self-service kiosk in Michigan, called Lakeshore Lending Library. We proudly serve a diverse community with a population of 65,000+. We are committed to serving our guests with exceptional customer service through innovative programming, cutting-edge technology in our iCube Makerspace, and expertly trained staff. In order to meet the needs of our diverse population, we have increased staff awareness and education of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives through organizational-wide training. We have created NPL @ Your Door, a mail delivery service, to meet the needs of the Novi community who may have less access to the building, and advanced our ongoing commitment to “Inspire, Inform and Include” all individuals who walk through our doors. Join our team!

NOVI PUBLIC LIBRARY

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Information Services Librarian – Sunday

REPORTS TO: Head of Information Services

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides readers’ advisory and reference services using a variety of collections, materials and formats.
• Promotes programming services appropriate to the needs of the community.
• Trains and assists guests with day-to-day computer questions and using Library technology.
• Adapts and responds to multiple priorities, interruptions and demands, and resolves problem situations in a positive manner.
• Enforces library policies relevant to public use; responds to emergencies and provides support, as needed; acts quickly, exercising good judgment.

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Seeks professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with an air toward keeping services current and appropriate.
• Communicates effectively with guests, coworkers, and professional colleagues.
• Works positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish department goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• MLS from an ALA accredited school, or proof of last semester of enrollment documented by an academic advisor from an ALA accredited school with guaranteed graduation date by June 30, 2023.
• Knowledge of adult and youth literature.
• Dedicated to public service.
• Dedicated to providing positive customer service.
• Enthusiastic, positive, friendly, self-motivated, creative and approachable.
• Strong obligation to confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office, Internet browsers, and other computer related technology.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills.
• Values diversity in the workplace and in the community.
• Ability to speak multiple languages helpful.
• May require a valid Michigan driver’s license based on assignment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential.
• Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and /or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt.

• Weekend hours are required.

Hours: This is a year round, part-time position with permanent shifts on the following days at these set times. Candidates must be available to work the shifts as posted.

6.5 hours per week

• Sundays, 11:30-6pm

Salary: $21.00 per hour

Benefits: Benefits are not offered with this position.

Application:

• Resume, cover letter and application required.
• Send to Nicole Williams, HR Specialist Novi Public Library 45255 W Ten Mile Road Novi, Michigan 48375 Email: [email protected]

Deadline: Open until filled.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.